Obedience Club of Chattanooga upcoming events

OBW010 Dog Sport Sampler Workshop (Jackie S., Julia G., and Kristen C.) (09/27/2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:45:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Dogs 12+ months old

Instructors:	Jackie Starr, Julia Gregory, and Kristen Childs
Assistants:	Patti Levan
Capacity:	12 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

The Dog Sport Sampler

Curious about dog sports but not sure where to start? This workshop is a fun, three-week introduction to six different dog sports and activities. Each week, you and your dog will be introduced to two new disciplines, giving you the chance to discover what you both enjoy.

We’ll explore Agility, Obedience, Freestyle, Scentwork, Tricks, and Fitness—no previous experience required! Come have fun, learn something new, and maybe discover your dog’s next favorite activity.

ENW090 Nail Trim Clinic (Demaree Clay) (10/01/2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Enrollment in an OCC class within the past two semesters

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:	Abigail Baker, Patti LeVan, Ruth Camp, and Renee Blanco
Day/Time:	Thursday 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (1 sessions at 60 minutes/session)
Capacity:	9 handler/dog pairs

Semester: 2026-S4a

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

Reluctant to cut your dog's nails? Are you aware that most dogs need a nail trim every 3 weeks? Come and learn how to identify the quick, how to safely trim without cutting into the quick and how to therapeutically trim to push the quick back. There will be visual references in the first portion of this clinic as well as a discussion on the importance of short nails.

Complimentary nail trims on agreeable dogs will be offered to help you learn. Bring your dog. Bring treats. Sometimes it can be a process!

*Dogs that are opposed to the process will not be able to receive a trim at this clinic. We can offer resources for these over-concerned canines.

OBW010 Dog Sport Sampler Workshop (Jackie S., Julia G., and Kristen C.) (10/04/2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:45:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Dogs 12+ months old

Instructors:	Jackie Starr, Julia Gregory, and Kristen Childs
Assistants:	Patti Levan
Capacity:	12 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

The Dog Sport Sampler

OBW010 Dog Sport Sampler Workshop (Jackie S., Julia G., and Kristen C.) (10/11/2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:45:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Dogs 12+ months old

Instructors:	Jackie Starr, Julia Gregory, and Kristen Childs
Assistants:	Patti Levan
Capacity:	12 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

The Dog Sport Sampler

ENW068 Fair Play Friday - Observation (11/06/2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Curiosity about interpreting canine body language

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 people

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

Learn canine body language by watching and actively discussing as it occurs in the play environment.

Registration for this class is for people only, if you wish to bring your dog please sign-up with your dog for the appropriate Fair Play class instead and you will still be able to participate in the conversation.

ENW061 Fair Play Friday - Littles (11/06/2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 4+ month old dogs under 15 lbs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

This unique play opportunity will teach you how to "ground" your tiny dog during play and to create trust in the working partnership of you and your dog. Littles who are well grounded and have shown bravery may be asked if they would like to stay over into the Wallflowers class! We will actively discuss body language as it occurs.

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

Please bring your own crates if you need one. This class will not have moderated entrances and exits, instead the owner will be on the floor with their dog. If you cannot sit on the floor, this class will not benefit your dog. Event Rules are available on-site. Come join this unique play experience!

ENW062 Fair Play Friday - Wall Flowers (11/06/2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 5 month to 8 year old dogs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

Shy dogs unite! Come play with other shy dogs! Wallflowers who have shown bravery may be asked if they would like to stay over into the Adult Play class! Hopefully our Wallflowers will graduate from “Shy Play” and move up into the Adult Play Class. This class may also be appropriate for some of our smaller or younger dogs. We will actively discuss body language as it occurs.

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

Please bring your own crates if you need one. Entrances and Exits are moderated. Event Rules are available on-site.

If your dog has NEVER played in a moderated group before, you are welcome to sign-up for pre-play testing to see if your dog’s skills are appropriate for group play. This testing is available by appointment times that are not necessarily on Fair Play Fridays. Contact the Instructor for testing. If your dog needs One-on-One Therapeutic play, this service is available by appointment.

**To assure valid vaccinations and to regulate the classes, all participants must be registered in order to play.

ENW063 Fair Play Friday - Adults (11/06/2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 8 month to 8 year old dogs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	14 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

All dogs over 8 months and under 8 years of age are eligible to play! We will actively discuss body language as it occurs.

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

Please bring your own crates if you need one. Entrances and Exits are moderated. Event Rules are available on-site.

If your dog has NEVER played in a moderated group before, you are welcome to sign-up for pre-play testing to see if your dog’s skills are appropriate for group play. This testing is available by appointment times that are not necessarily on Fair Play Fridays. Contact the Instructor for testing. Age exceptions can be granted on a case-by-case basis (contact the Instructor if you would like to be considered for an exception). If your dog needs One-on-One Therapeutic play, this service is available by appointment.

**To assure valid vaccinations and to regulate the classes, all participants must be registered in order to play.

ENS133 Behavior Clinic (Demaree Clay) (11/18/2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Training is fun, training changes your relationship with your dog and training changes your dog. But is training enough? Do you have behavioral concerns beyond the scope of obedience exercises? Come to this informative clinic, offered once a session to discuss relevant treatment plans to help shape your canine's behavior. Housetraining, Stealing Objects, Counter-Cruising, Excessive Barking, Door Greetings, Jumping up, Toys and Inappropriate Chewing, are just a few of the subjects on the table. This Clinic is purely a Q&A. Your questions will be answered by our Certified Master Trainer and animal behavior expert. Attendees are not required to stay for the entire clinic once their concern has been addressed. Come and go as you please. This Workshop is for humans only, but dogs may attend if they remain manageable during discussions. While we may discuss Reactivity, Human-directed Aggression and Dog-to-Dog Aggression, we regret that these dogs cannot attend the discussion.

ENW068 Fair Play Friday - Observation (12/04/2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: Curiosity about interpreting canine body language

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 people

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

Learn canine body language by watching and actively discussing as it occurs in the play environment.

ENW061 Fair Play Friday - Littles (12/04/2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 4+ month old dogs under 15 lbs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

ENW062 Fair Play Friday - Wall Flowers (12/04/2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 5 month to 8 year old dogs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	10 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

Please bring your own crates if you need one. Entrances and Exits are moderated. Event Rules are available on-site.

**To assure valid vaccinations and to regulate the classes, all participants must be registered in order to play.

ENW063 Fair Play Friday - Adults (12/04/2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Prerequisites: 8 month to 8 year old dogs

Instructor:	Demaree Clay
Assistants:
Capacity:	14 handler/dog pairs

Track: Enrichment

Type: Workshop

All dogs over 8 months and under 8 years of age are eligible to play! We will actively discuss body language as it occurs.

No females in heat, no dogs with known reactivity issues, no dogs with a history of a bite. Additionally, play time may be restricted for intact males.

Please bring your own crates if you need one. Entrances and Exits are moderated. Event Rules are available on-site.

If your dog has NEVER played in a moderated group before, you are welcome to sign-up for pre-play testing to see if your dog’s skills are appropriate for group play. This testing is available by appointment times that are not necessarily on Fair Play Fridays. Contact the Instructor for testing. Age exceptions can be granted on a case-by-case basis (contact the Instructor if you would like to be considered for an exception). If your dog needs One-on-One Therapeutic play, this service is available by appointment.

**To assure valid vaccinations and to regulate the classes, all participants must be registered in order to play.